Below is a speeded-up 30-second video of us doing just that (two points if you recognise the music).. As we have now made a few of these machines on a bespoke basis, we have now decided to offer these ‘new’ (remanufactured) Sebo X4s to our wider customer base..

It’s not that simple.. After years of use, your brush roller may exhibit very little visible wear so gives the impression it is still fit for service.However, don’t be fooled by this (as many people are).

The bristles become soft with time with the result that the machine becomes very heavy to push around when in use..This is because the electronic height adjustment – the automatic self-levelling system – which senses the resistance of the brushroll against the floor is fooled by the soft bristles into lowering the height more than necessary..Sometimes this allows the front chrome base plate strip to make unnecessary contact with the floor..

If that strip is beaten and bashed – replace that too..When fitted, you will find the bristles on a new brush roller are much stiffer than the old one that you are replacing.

This means the resistance is now correct and the automatic height system can work properly.

So the cleaner head won’t be pushed too far into the carpet any more and the machine should once again be easy to push..We’ve never seen Sebo enforce this, but it’s worth noting.

As always, genuine Sebo parts are often the best in terms of fit and quality – and made in Germany.However, our own aftermarket parts are also of excellent quality, being selected by us.. Can You Use Paper Bags?.

Yes – while all domestic machines come with.microfibre bags.